Researching Research: Strengthening University Centres

About the opportunity

This programme supports established university centres and institutes in the field of Science Studies to develop strategic concepts and strengthen their long-term profile.

Volkswagen Foundation lists this opportunity for Institutional Team, Science Studies, Germany.

This listing is written for researchers, students, universities, NGOs, research teams, policy professionals and academic institutions searching for Science Studies grants, fellowships, scholarships, conferences, workshops and funding opportunities in Germany contexts.

Eligibility

Aimed at established centres, institutes, and research priority areas in Science Studies at universities in Germany.

Applications should connect the centre's strategy with university leadership and institutional development.

Funding and benefits

Maximum funding is EUR 1 million.

Themes and supported activities

Strategic development of Science Studies centres.

Structural measures that increase visibility, profile, and sustainability.

Institutional strengthening rather than one-off research projects.

Deadline and timeline

Application deadline: Jun 23, 2026.

Applicants should confirm the exact deadline time, time zone, required documents, portal steps and any institutional approvals on the official call page before submitting.

How to apply

Apply through the Volkswagen Foundation programme page by 23 June 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

Before applying, check eligibility rules, budgets, attachments, page limits, partner requirements, cost-share conditions and whether the opportunity uses an expression of interest, full proposal, registration or nomination stage.